Clinical Research Specialist
Job Summary
Assists with and adheres to Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Recruits research subjects and conducts interviews and research assessments.
Essential Functions
Please note, early morning, late evening, and weekend hours should be expected for this role on an as-needed basis.
• Assists with and adheres to IRB renewal, modification, and approved protocols.
• Recruits research subjects. Conducts research interviews in-person or via telephone while adhering to all applicable protocols. Completes research assessments on study participants.
• Maintains databases in a timely and accurate manner, adhering to all applicable protocols and regulations.
• Assists with training new personnel as directed.
• Assists with study assessments administration as directed.
Physical Effort
Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to travel between multiple clinical locations.
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Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Coordinator I
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Clinical Research
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Varies
Work Arrangement: Varies
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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